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Antique Apples
About Budding
Ripening
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for Apples
Jonathan (A)
Jonathan is also known as Philip Rick. Jonathan was developed in New York in 1816.
Fruit:
Medium sized red fruit with little white flecks. Jonathan has a flattened top and bottom.
Bloom Time:
Early April
Bloom Color:
Light pink - white
Pollination:
Diploid
Fruit Ripening
Time:
October
Rootstocks:
EMLA 26 Dwarf Mature Height 10-12ft.
EMLA 111 Semi-Dwarf Mature Height 18-22ft.
Tree Characteristics:
A Jonathan tree is smaller compared to other apple trees, but bears heavy young crops. Although self-fertile it is best when cross pollinated with other varieties.
Exposure:
Full sun
Comments:
Excellent for eating and cooking, Jonathan makes very good pie.
